On October 1, 2008 the 2009 ICD-9-CM codes came into effect. Therefore, this code may be out of date.
The 2009 version of ICD-9-CM 023 can be accessed here.
Infection caused by bacteria of the genus BRUCELLA mainly involving the reticuloendothelial system. This condition is characterized by fever, weakness, malaise, and weight loss.
023 is a non-specific code that cannot be used to specify a diagnosis
2008 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis 023
On October 1, 2008 the 2009 ICD-9-CM codes came into effect. Therefore, this code may be out of date.